Professional Summary

  • 30+ years of experience in Singing (Classical, Devotional and Light Music).
  • Currently working as Lecturer (Carnatic Vocal) in Sri Thyagaraja College of Music and Dance, Hyderabad, Government of Telangana.
  • Visited abroad on various cultural and social occasions.

Foreign Countries visited

  • USA
    1. Detroit: Sung devotional songs in Sri Venkateshwara, Shirdi Sai Baba and Parashakti Temples. Organized by the temple authorities.
    2. New York: Participated in devotional singing. Organized by The Hindu Temple.
  • Mauritius: Classical singing organized by ICCR (Indian Council of Cultural Relations), Government of India, New Delhi.
  • UK (London): Classical and Devotional singing organized by Department of Culture, Government of India.
  • UAE (Dubai): Classical and Devotional singing organized by Department of Culture, Government of India.

Music Album Release

  • Sung and released devotional music album titled, “Sri Shirdi Sai Madhuraganamrutham”.

Important Events Conducted/Participated

  • Participated in various musical programs, organised by Department of Language and Culture, Government of Telangana.
  • Performed in various Classical concerts like, 100th Birthday celebrations of Bharat Ratna, Smt. M.S. Subba Lakshmi and Sri Thyagaraja Aradhanotsavlu at various locations.
  • Participated in Spirit of Unity Concerts, organized by Bharat Cultural Integration Committee.

Achievements and Awards

  • Received Saluja Gold medal for singing.
  • Received Gold medal from Samskara Bharati, for Kuchipudi dance.
  • Conferred “Suswara Lavanya Bhushana” title by Jolly Friends Cultural Association, Hyd.

Family Background

  • Sister of famous playback singer, Smt. Nithya Santhoshini.
  • Daughter of Smt. Ramalakshmi Ranga Chary, Classical Singer and ex-Lecturer, Hyderabad Central University.

Gurus

  • Smt. Ramalakshmi Ranga Chary
  • Late Sri Tampella Suryanaraya garu
  • Hyderabad Sisters (Lalitha garu)